There are two different types of mini-libraries:
The advantages of joining the SALB mini-libraries are social interaction with other sight-impaired members, participation in book discussions, book clubs, reading competitions and access to information and technology. The librarians are trained in the use of the equipment and how to assist the visually impaired. They are also able to contact the SALB on the members’ behalf for any special requests.
Currently there are 120 mini-libraries located in regions such as the Eastern Cape (29), KwaZulu-Natal (17), Western Cape (14), Gauteng (33), Free State (8), Northern Cape (9), North West (4), Mpumalanga (6), Limpopo (2) and Zimbabwe (1). A full list of the mini-library service is available on the website: salb.org.za/.